Senior Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Ventilation

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists. The RT II will independently implement therapies, manage ventilation, and participate in quality and education initiatives.

The role requires Virginia licensure, CRT/RRT credentials, BLS, ACLS within 90 days, and a minimum of one year of RT experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Virginia licensure required and in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program; CRT or RRT certification.
• Minimum of one year of Respiratory Therapist experience.
• BLS provider CPR required; ACLS within 90 days.
• NBRC credentials and AARC membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient- and family-centered respiratory care within an interdisciplinary team.
• Administer and assess responses to respiratory therapies with high proficiency.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust plans as needed.
• Establish and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor ventilator settings, volumes, pressures, and blood gases.
• Develop/refine ventilator care plans and communicate with care team.
• Ensure equipment operation and maintenance; perform basic repairs as needed.
• Educate patients and families; promote safety and best practices.
• Participate in quality initiatives and performance improvement projects.
• Act as Charge Therapist when needed and support NICU/ED/ICU coverage.

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care program graduate

CRT or RRT certification

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists. The RT II will independently implement therapies, manage ventilation, and participate in quality and education initiatives.

The role requires Virginia licensure, CRT/RRT credentials, BLS, ACLS within 90 days, and a minimum of one year of RT experience in a hospital setting.